mikrotik_restore_default_services · MikroTik Cursor MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What mikrotik_restore_default_services does on MikroTik Cursor MCP

AI agents use mikrotik_restore_default_services to create or update resources in MikroTik Cursor MCP — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your MikroTik Cursor MCP environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why mikrotik_restore_default_services needs a policy

This tool modifies router service access controls by resetting them to defaults that permit access from any source IP. While 'restore' sounds reversible, it overwrites existing security configurations (firewall rules for services) with permissive defaults, representing a significant security risk.

From the tool's definition Restore IP services to default configuration (allow from anywhere)

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

mikrotik_restore_default_services Rate-limited

mikrotik_restore_default_services stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "mikrotik_restore_default_services": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "mikrotik_restore_default_services_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches MikroTik Cursor MCP, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about mikrotik_restore_default_services

What does the mikrotik_restore_default_services tool do? +

Restore IP services to default configuration (allow from anywhere). It is categorised as a Write tool in the MikroTik Cursor MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on mikrotik_restore_default_services? +

Register the MikroTik Cursor MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for mikrotik_restore_default_services: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches MikroTik Cursor MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is mikrotik_restore_default_services? +

mikrotik_restore_default_services is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit mikrotik_restore_default_services? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the mikrotik_restore_default_services rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block mikrotik_restore_default_services completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for mikrotik_restore_default_services. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides mikrotik_restore_default_services? +

mikrotik_restore_default_services is provided by the MikroTik Cursor MCP server (kevinpez/mikrotik-cursor-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.